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    Nursing schools and programs

    There are numerous nursing schools and programs available throughout the country, providing a wide range of nursing classes, degrees and certifications to choose from. Use the tools below to explore best colleges for nursing and the best nursing programs based on the criteria that fit your specific needs and career goals.

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    Location
    Degree
    School type
    • Indiana

      University of Indianapolis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $59,402
      Average cost out of state
      $59,402
      School Type
      Private

      University of Indianapolis

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Iowa

      University of Iowa

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $25,993
      Average cost out of state
      $48,269
      School Type
      Public

      University of Iowa

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Louisiana

      University of Louisiana - Lafayette

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $33,147
      Average cost out of state
      $33,147
      School Type
      Public

      University of Louisiana - Lafayette

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Cardiovascular Nursing
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Louisiana

      University of Louisiana Monroe

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $53,314
      Average cost out of state
      77,514
      School Type
      Public

      University of Louisiana Monroe

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Gerontological Clinical Nurse Leader
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Louisiana

      University of Louisiana - Monroe

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $53,314
      Average cost out of state
      $77,514
      School Type
      Public

      University of Louisiana - Monroe

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Gerontological Clinical Nurse Leader
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Virginia

      University of Lynchburg

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,990
      Average cost out of state
      $38,990
      School Type
      Private

      University of Lynchburg

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Texas

      University of Mary Hardin

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $56,314
      Average cost out of state
      $56,314
      School Type
      Private

      University of Mary Hardin

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maryland

      University of Maryland - Baltimore

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $56,057
      Average cost out of state
      $88,477
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maryland - Baltimore

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • RN to MSN (Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • (PPCNP-BC) Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP-BC)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner(PACNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine at Fort Kent

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $27,252
      Average cost out of state
      $33,102
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine at Fort Kent

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • North Dakota

      University of Mary

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $44,712
      Average cost out of state
      $44,712
      School Type
      Private

      University of Mary

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to MSN (Bachelor to Master’s)
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • ADN to MSN (Associate to Master’s)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      • LPN to BSN
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine at Augusta

      Enrollment undergraduates
      2,000 - 4,999
      Average cost in state
      $8,370
      Average cost out of state
      $22,590
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine at Augusta

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Maine

      University of Maine

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $32,234
      Average cost out of state
      $57,344
      School Type
      Public

      University of Maine

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $72,946
      Average cost out of state
      $109,272
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • MSN to PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts - Amherst

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $39,651
      Average cost out of state
      $63,709
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts - Amherst

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: June 30, 2026
    • Florida

      University of Miami

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $98,872
      Average cost out of state
      $98,872
      School Type
      Private

      University of Miami

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Tennessee

      University of Memphis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $30,536
      Average cost out of state
      $35,240
      School Type
      Public

      University of Memphis

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to MSN (Bachelor to Master’s)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Executive Leadership Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Nursing Education Certificate
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Michigan

      University of Michigan

      Average cost in state
      $38,548
      Average cost out of state
      $84,164
      School Type
      Public

      University of Michigan

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Certificate in Nursing Education
      • Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner(PCFNP)
      • Certificate in Health Informatics
      • Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
      • NURSE-MIDWIFERY
      • INTERPROFESSIONAL MINI-CERTIFICATE IN TRAUMA-INFORMED PRACTICE (TIP)
      • PRIMARY CARE PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts - Lowell

      Enrollment undergraduates
      10,000 - 14,999
      Average cost in state
      $38,402
      Average cost out of state
      $57,610
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts - Lowell

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Massachusetts

      University of Massachusetts - Boston

      Average cost in state
      $40,946
      Average cost out of state
      $63,752
      School Type
      Public

      University of Massachusetts - Boston

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • MSN to PhD (Master to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • BSN to PhD (Bachelor to Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BS (generic title sometimes used instead of RN to BSN)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator Certificate Program
      • Post-Master’s Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      University of Missouri - St. Louis

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $20,040
      Average cost out of state
      $44,640
      School Type
      Public

      University of Missouri - St. Louis

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner(PCFNP)
      • adult-gerontology nurse practitioner (AGNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care(PNP-PC)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      University of Missouri - Columbia

      Enrollment undergraduates
      15,000+
      Average cost in state
      $35,632
      Average cost out of state
      $58,572
      School Type
      Public

      University of Missouri - Columbia

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • (PCNS-BC) Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (PCNS-BC)
      • Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Minnesota

      University of Minnesota

      Average cost in state
      $33,782
      Average cost out of state
      $33,782
      School Type
      Public

      University of Minnesota

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Alabama

      University of Mobile

      Enrollment undergraduates
      < 2000
      Average cost in state
      $39,980
      Average cost out of state
      $39,980
      School Type
      Private

      University of Mobile

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • BSN to DNP (Bachelor to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • MSN to DNP (Master to Doctor of Nursing Practice)
      • Accelerated BSN (Second Bachelor’s)
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nursing Education (NE)
      • Nursing Executive Leadership Certificate
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026
    • Missouri

      University of Missouri - Kansas City

      Enrollment undergraduates
      5,000 - 9,999
      Average cost in state
      $39,932
      Average cost out of state
      $58,454
      School Type
      Public

      University of Missouri - Kansas City

      Degree Programs

      You need to be pursuing at least one of the following degree programs to qualify.

      Degrees
      • Dual Doctor of Nursing Practice and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
      • Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      • Master of Science in Nursing
      Bridge Programs
      • RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
      Certificate Programs
      • Nurse Educator, Certificates
      • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
      • Women's Health - Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
      • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
      • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner(PPNP)
      • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
      Last Updated: July 1, 2026

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